Iced Tea Recipe
Make Iced Tea Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavor Enhancements (optional)
Serving
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Allow to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on the desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Add Sweetener
If desired, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar or honey while the tea is still warm, ensuring it dissolves completely.
Adding Flavors
- 5
Incorporate Flavors
For added flavor, mix in 1 cup of lemon juice, fresh mint leaves, or peach slices to the brewed tea as per your preference.
Chilling the Tea
- 6
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until chilled.
